Northwest Missouri State University

Is Hiring a
Third & Fourth Grade Teacher
Horace Mann Laboratory School

Full-time position

The successful candidate will serve as a multi-age teacher and educational leader at a kindergarten through sixth-grade laboratory school where 
commitment to curriculum development, educational leadership, research, multi-age education, and 
child-centered teaching practices are valued.

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Apply online
www.schooljobs.com/careers/nwmissouri

The successful candidate will serve as a multi-age teacher and educational leader at a kindergarten through sixth-grade laboratory school where 
commitment to curriculum development, educational leadership, research, multi-age education, and 
child-centered teaching practices are valued.

Apply online
www.schooljobs.com/careers/nwmissouri

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide research-based instruction in a laboratory school setting

2. Facilitate, evaluate, and provide timely feedback to practicum students about instruction in the areas of literacy, math, science, social studies, and project-based learning

3. Participate in highly collaborative, professional learning activities with colleagues

4. Build relationships with families and community members to promote regular parent involvement

5. Collaborate and co-teach with an instructional aide

6. Supervise and evaluate practicum students completing clinical experiences

7. Exhibit strong skills in educational technology, research, and collaboration

8. Create curriculum and lesson plans in all curricula areas

9. Demonstrate a growth mindset, initiative, and actively collaborate in the research of innovative practices

10. Model a nurturing disposition with an excellent ability to communicate effectively with young children

11. Integrate technology across the curriculum

12. Serve as the fourth through sixth grade academic extension co-sponsor (i.e., math contest, spelling bee, geography bee)

13. Effectively communicate with parents, college students, University faculty, and staff

14. Assist with university and program accreditation (AAQEP, HLC, CAEP, DESE, and/or other)

15. Perform other duties as assigned